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Class Action Settlement Offers Benefits for Affected Individuals

In a significant development, a class action lawsuit involving Complete Payroll Solutions, LLC has reached a settlement. The case revolves around a data incident reported around March 10, 2024, where unauthorized access may have compromised personal information of numerous clients. Although Complete Payroll Solutions denies wrongdoing, the settlement aims to provide benefits to affected persons.

Who Is Eligible for the Settlement?

The settlement class is defined as anyone who received a notification from Complete Payroll Solutions regarding possible implications from the data incident or those confirmed to have their personal details potentially impacted. It is important to note that this is a closed class action. Therefore, if you did not receive notification, it is likely that you are not a member of the class, and any claims from non-class members will not be accepted.

Financial Details of the Settlement

If the court approves this settlement, Complete Payroll Solutions is set to pay a total of up to $2,600,000 to resolve the lawsuit. Once court-approved attorney fees, administrative costs, and service awards are deducted, remaining funds will be allocated to settlement benefits. Each member of the settlement class is entitled to submit a claim for:
1. Documented Monetary Losses – up to $5,000 for unreimbursed losses and expenses.
2. Pro Rata Cash Payment – expected to offer around $100, although this will be adjusted based on the total valid claims received.
Additionally, members can opt to receive three years of complimentary credit monitoring services.

Steps to Claim Your Benefits

To take advantage of the settlement benefits, affected individuals must file a claim form online at www.CPSSettlement.com by 11:59 PM ET. Alternatively, they can print the form and mail it, ensuring it is postmarked by June 18, 2026. It is crucial to act if individuals wish to recover potential losses. If no action is taken, individuals will not receive any benefits and will relinquish their rights to pursue litigation against the defendant regarding this incident.

Options Beyond the Settlement

For those who prefer not to accept the settlement benefits, there are additional options. One can choose to opt-out, which allows individuals to retain their right to sue Complete Payroll Solutions in the future for claims connected to the data breach. If opting out, it’s vital to submit a request by the deadline. The deadline for opting out or filing an objection is set for May 19, 2026.

Upcoming Court Hearing

A hearing to evaluate the settlement is scheduled for June 25, 2026. During this session, the court will determine whether to approve the settlement and how much compensation will be allocated for attorney fees, designated at up to $866,666.67. Each of the seven class representatives will also receive a service award of $2,500. Interested parties may attend the hearing, although it will be at their own expense.

For further information, updates on the settlement process, and any required actions, individuals can visit www.CPSSettlement.com or contact their information line at 1-833-447-9925.

Stay informed and take the necessary steps to secure your rights in this situation.